Anglican Province of Hong Kong marks 20th anniversary

[Anglican Communion News Service] Guests from around the world have joined local Anglicans for a series of events to mark the 20th anniversary of the Anglican Province of Hong Kong – the Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui. Thousands gathered for a colorful celebration of the Eucharist at the vast AsiaWorld-Expo centre on Saturday (6 October). Among them were dignitaries from mainland China, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Australia, Ireland, the UK and the United States.

Bishop of Texas Andrew Doyle delivered a message of message of congratulations on behalf of Presiding Bishop Michael Curry. Doyle, president of the Compass Rose Society, spoke of the “amazing” work and generosity of the province, describing it as a model of virtue for the Anglican Communion.